When branches cut the trees down From their elbows to their knees now Leaving final notes for those who Care enough to read Act surprised When fires burn at freezing point Whispering their words Collecting victims endlessly By yellowred alert Act surprised When mirrors let you know In no uncertain terms That what is closing in on you Is every penny earned Act surprised When fumes of faded bodies Travel through the air Reminding you of paperwork And endings unprepared Act surprised